Virtual Desktops
Virtualization has become an important tool to IT professionals during the course of the last few years. But, what is virtualization? When building computer hardware, most manufacturers created them so they run one Operating System (Windows, Unix, Macintosh) and one application. As a result this leaves our computer hardware incredibly underutilized. This is no longer the case thanks to virtualization.
Virtualization allows the user to operate multiple virtual machines on a single physical machine. Each virtual machine shares the resources of one computer across multiple environments. Depending on the virtual machine, it is possible to run different operating systems and different applications, all on one machine.
Virtualization can deliver incredible benefits to your company. Many companies have begun using virtualization technology for their servers and data centers to help simplify administration, reduce the workload of management, as well as costs, while maintaining reliability and safety. Due to the significant success companies have been seeing with the virtualization within their data centers and servers, they are now using virtualization technology with their desktop computers.
Benefits of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
- Allows for an efficient use of CPU and memory resources
- Reduces desktop downtime and increases availability
- Patches and upgrades can be performed in data center
- New users can be up and running quickly
- Data and applications reside in secure data centers
- Centralized management reduces operational expenses
Thanks to Northeast Data’s continued dedication to being at the forefront of new technology our team of professionals can help establish virtual desktops for your company. Working with Northeast Data your business can begin experiencing the immense benefits that virtualization and virtual desktops have to offer in no time. Partnering with the pioneers of virtualization, VMware, Northeast Data is one of the leading experts in planning and integrating virtual desktops.